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Additional Codes
| Epic Code | Atlas Code | Mayo Access ID | Order LOINC | Legacy Code |
| LAB296 | RET | FAH197 | 17849-1 | RET |
Result Component(s)
| Reporting Name | Epic Code | Atlas Code | Mayo Access ID | LOINC |
| Reticulocyte Count | 12301000146 | RET | FAH197 | 17849-1 |
Specimen Information
| Container | Specimen | Temperature | Collect Vol | Submit Vol | Min Vol | Stability |
| Lavender Top (EDTA) | Whole Blood | Refrigerate | 2.5 mL | 2.5 mL | 0.5 mL | 48 hrs |
| *Lavender Microtainer | 0.6 mL | 48 hrs |
Invert tube gently 10 times.
*While a microtainer is an optional tube type in rare circumstances, it is not recommended.
Test Schedule / Analytical Time / Test Priority
Daily / 24 hours / Available STAT
Method
Automated Cell Counter
CPT(s)
| Description | CPT Code |
| Reticulocyte Count | 85045 |
Instrumentation
Sysmex XN 9000
Reference Range
0.5 – 2.5%
Section
Hematology
Performing Location
University of Vermont Medical Center
Is the UVMMC lab NY State Certified to perform this testing? Yes/No
Yes